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    Early Motherhood

    Covers the fourth trimester, postpartum recovery, emotional adjustment, and those WTF moments no one warned you about.

    A tired-looking mum in an oversized jumper, holding a baby in one arm and a cold cup of coffee in the other, sitting in a cluttered living room with toys on the floor and a laundry basket nearby. Her expression says, “I love you, but I’m exhausted.

    Why Some Moms Hate Maternity Leave

    Hating maternity leave doesn’t make you a bad mum. Here’s why some mums struggle and how saying it out loud can help you feel human again.
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    Claire June 6, 2025
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    Teething vs Fever: What's Normal and What's Not - Image: A tired mum holding a flushed, drooling baby in dim nighttime lighting, sitting on the couch with a phone in hand, Google open on "teething and fever" – the classic 2 am parenting moment.

    Teething & Fevers – Myths vs. Facts

    Wondering if teething causes fever? Here’s the truth about symptoms, when to worry, and how to help your baby feel better without panicking.
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    Claire June 3, 2025
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    First Six Weeks After Birth: What New Mums Should Know - A tired but smiling mum sits on a couch in loungewear, holding a newborn in one arm and a cold cup of tea in the other.

    The First Six Weeks: What Nobody Tells First-Time Mums

    The first six weeks with a newborn are messy, beautiful and brutal. Here’s what really happens after birth, minus the sugar-coating and mum guilt.
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    Claire May 27, 2025
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    How Often Should My Baby Poop - Image shows A close-up of a baby lying on a changing mat mid-nappy change, with a parent gently holding up their legs.

    How Often Should My Baby Poop? (And Other Glamorous Newborn Mysteries Solved)

    Wondering how often your newborn should poop? Here’s your no-nonsense guide to baby poo colours, textures, and what’s worth a GP call.
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    Claire May 23, 2025
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    photo of a new mum sitting in a dimly lit nursery, slouched in a rocking chair with her baby asleep on her chest, dark circles under her eyes, and a phone in one hand mid-scroll through yet another advice thread. The scene should feel intimate, real, and quietly heavy.

    So Motherhood Is Exhausting and Lonely? You Don’t Say

    Another article reveals that motherhood is hard and lonely. Mums everywhere sigh, “We’ve been saying this for years.” Time to move from awarenes…
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    Claire May 20, 2025
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    A tired mum in loungewear sits on the couch with a baby on one arm and a dog resting its head on her knee. The room looks lived-in, with baby gear and dog toys scattered around, capturing the chaos and closeness of new parent life.

    Resenting the Dog After Baby? Turns Out You’re Not Alone

    Feeling ragey at your dog since having a baby? You’re not alone. Here’s why it happens, what helps, and why it doesn’t make you a bad person.
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    Claire May 17, 2025
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    Still Peeing When You Sneeze - Lets Fix That

    Still Peeing When You Sneeze? Let’s Fix That!

    Leaking when you sneeze after birth? You're not alone. Here's how to fix your pelvic floor and safely get back to exercise, sneeze included.
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    Claire May 4, 2025
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    Best Age Gap Between Babies: What Really Works?

    What’s the Best Age Gap Between Babies?

    Wondering if your toddler is ready for a sibling, or if you are? Here’s a real-world look at the best age gap between babies, with medical facts and…
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    Claire May 4, 2025
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    Being a New Mum is Damn Hard – And That’s Okay

    Being a New Mum is Damn Hard, And That’s Okay

    My very first post on New Moms forum and let’s get one thing straight: bringing a baby into the world is nothing short of massive.…

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    Claire April 16, 2025
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